Production Artist: Print, Prepress & Brand Guardian

CorPro Visual; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CorPro Visual in Loves Park, IL is seeking a Production Artist to transform conceptual designs into final artwork across multiple media and to prepare materials for print, plotting, masking, engraving, and lamination.

Responsibilities include ensuring brand alignment, conducting quality checks, coordinating with outside design firms, and preparing printing files with proper color management and trapped bleeds. Strong attention to detail and time management are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with digital printers, plotters and laminators; ability to be trained to operate equipment.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat).
• Experience with prepress processes, including file setup, color management, and troubleshooting print issues.
• Requires the ability to sit at a desk for extended periods of time.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain high-quality standards.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Translate designs into final artwork across media.
• Ensure materials align with brand identity and guidelines.
• Conduct quality checks on artwork for accuracy and consistency.
• Coordinate with outside design firms to ensure timely contracted work.
• Prepare printing files and ensure compatibility with production requirements.
• Check color separations, bleeds, and trapping to avoid issues.
• Work with printers and vendors to format files correctly and troubleshoot printing concerns.
• Collaborate with project managers to understand requirements and deliver effectively.
• Maintain open communication with team and provide progress updates.
• Identify issues during production and propose solutions.
• Manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Acrobat

Job description

CorPro Visual in Loves Park, IL is seeking a Production Artist to transform conceptual designs into final artwork across multiple media and to prepare materials for print, plotting, masking, engraving, and lamination.

Responsibilities include ensuring brand alignment, conducting quality checks, coordinating with outside design firms, and preparing printing files with proper color management and trapped bleeds. Strong attention to detail and time management are essential.